Master in International and Monetary Economics (MIME) - Joint Program by the Universities of Basel and Bern

Program Highlights:

• Elite Joint Degree: Offered by the Universities of Basel and Bern, two of Switzerland’s leading institutions.
• Exclusively in English: Designed to attract a high-caliber international student body.
• Highly Specialized: Focus on monetary policy, financial markets, and international economics.
• Rigorous Curriculum: Strong emphasis on quantitative methods and analytical skills, equipping graduates with the tools required for top-tier careers.
• Career & PhD-Oriented: Prepares students for prestigious roles in central banks, regulatory agencies, and international organizations, or for admission into the best PhD programs worldwide.
• Competitive Tuition Fees: The cost is highly attractive compared to other international programs, ranging between 750 and 950 CHF per semester.

Curriculum Structure:

1. Advanced Economics Training (18 ECTS): Strengthens foundations in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics.
2. Core Monetary Economics Courses (24 ECTS): Covers key areas such as monetary theory, monetary policy, and international macroeconomics.
3. Specialization Tracks (18 ECTS), for example:
   • Financial Markets and Regulation
   • Quantitative Macroeconomics
   • International Macroeconomics and Trade
   • FinTech
4. Master’s Thesis (30 ECTS): An in-depth research project demonstrating expertise and academic excellence.

Career Prospects:

Graduates of the MIME program are in high demand in:

✅ Top PhD Programs in Economics and Finance
✅ Central Banks (e.g., Swiss National Bank, European Central Bank, Federal Reserve)
✅ International Organizations (e.g., IMF, World Bank, BIS, OECD)
✅ Regulatory Authorities and Government Agencies
✅ Economic Research Institutions and Think Tanks

Admission Requirements:

• Academic Excellence: A strong bachelor’s degree in economics or a related field, with a solid background in quantitative methods.
• High Motivation & Ambition: The program is designed for students who aim for the highest career and academic achievements.
• English Proficiency: Minimum B2 level (Common European Framework).

Application Deadlines:

• Regular applications by April 30th; students with a Swiss bachelor’s degree can apply until July 31st (Basel) and August 31st (Berne), see admissions link for details.

For further details on admission, visit: https://mimecon.ch/admission/ 

Join the MIME program and take the next step toward a career at a central bank, international institution, or a world-class PhD program!